The Dales Fitness Centre

The Dales Fitness Centre sits just outside Beverley and is exactly what it says on the tin - a proper working sports facility rather than a tourist attraction. If you're staying at one of the nearby caravan parks like Manor Farm Camping or High Farm Holiday Park and fancy keeping up some exercise during your break, it's worth knowing about.

You'll find the usual gym setup here: cardio machines, weights, classes running throughout the week. Nothing fancy, nothing that'll blow your mind, but functional and well-maintained. The centre caters mainly to local members, so it has that genuine community feel rather than the corporate fitness-chain vibe.

Families with older kids or teens will get more from it than younger children. If you've got a teenager who can't face a week without their usual gym routine, this takes the edge off the withdrawal. Adults who want a proper workout mid-holiday will appreciate having access rather than losing a week's fitness. A quick session here - say 90 minutes - won't derail your walking plans around the Wolds.

Beverley itself is the real draw for any caravan holiday in this area. The town's got proper charm: Beverley Minster is magnificent, and the Saturday market still runs like it has for centuries. The Dales Fitness Centre is useful infrastructure rather than a destination, but if staying locally, it's good to have it on your radar. Check ahead for current opening hours and membership options before you go - these things change seasonally.